postdoctoral position in philosophy or cognitive science, Bochum (Germany)

We are offering a full-time postdoctoral position, beginning on 1st October 2017, with a limited contract until end of May 2020.

The position is installed to foster the research of young postdocs who have already proven to be excellent in publications. It offers the opportunity to develop one's own research project and research profile in the area of philosophy of mind or cognition. Beside the scientific aspects of this position, there is also the assignment to teach two courses each semester. Moreover, the candidate will be asked to engage in some administrative tasks and to strongly support the organization of the Center for Mind, Brain and Cognitive Evolution.

The candidate's research should be connected with some of the current research projects. This includes a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research in the area of philosophy of mind. Part of the job will be also to support the organization of the Center for Mind, Brain and Cognitive Evolution.

These are some of the current research projects:

Philosophy of mind with the following key aspects:

-Other Minds/Understanding the other

-Self-Consciousness and Theory of Mind

-Animal Cognition: Animals, how rational are they?

-Philosophy of Neurosciences

Preferable but not mandatory for this position is a competency in the area of philosophy of self-consciousness, understanding others or Theories of Concepts.

Candidates who have evidently engaged in some in-depth research in both philosophy of mind with very good knowledge in neurosciences will be of particular interest for this vacancy.

Requirements: Candidates should have an outstanding PhD in philosophy and, in the ideal case, an additional degree in psychology, cognitive science, linguistics, psychiatry or neurosciences. Some substantial expertise in at least one of these areas will be expected. Furthermore, the candidate must have teaching experience and at least two papers published or accepted by peer-reviewed journals.

Application documents: Please send your application to sekretariat-newen at rub.de

Your application should consist of three PDF files. The first one is to include your personal documents: an outline of your own planned research project of 2 pages, CV, copies of certificates and records, list of your publications, talks, conferences you attended and courses you held; names of 2 referees. The other PDF files to be attached should be your best two publications (must have been published or accepted, if accepted but not published then add the letter of acceptance of the journal).

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5th July 2017

For further information, please contact: Prof. Dr. A. Newen (albert.newen at rub.de)

Ruhr-Universität Bochum (RUB) is one of Germany?s leading research universities. The University draws its strength from both the diversity and the proximity of humanities, natural sciences and engineering disciplines on a single, coherent campus. This highly dynamic setting enables students and researchers to work across traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties.

Ruhr-Universität Bochum is committed to promoting the careers of women and therefore strongly welcomes applications from female candidates. As an equal opportunities employer, we also encourage applications from suitably qualified disabled candidates and other groups.

-- Yasmin Schwetz Sekretariat Prof. Dr. A. Newen Institut für Philosophie II Ruhr-Universität Bochum Universitätsstr. 150 44801 Bochum Tel.: (0049) 234-32 28139 Tel.: (0049) 234-32 22711 Fax: (0049) 234-32 14963 sekretariat-newen at ruhr-uni-bochum.de